Life of Python
Synopsis
This BBC documentary tells the history of the Python group, allowing a few glimpses at the works of its predecessors (At Last the 1948 Show, Do Not Adjust Your Sets etc.) and various interviews with the group's members and other associated artists.
Top Cast
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John Cleese
Himself / Various Roles (also archive footage)
Graham Chapman
Various Roles (archive footage) (uncredited)
Eric Idle
Self / Various Roles
Michael Palin
Self / Various Roles
Terry Jones
Self / Various Roles
Terry Gilliam
Self / Various Roles
Dan Aykroyd
Self
Dudley Moore
Self
Steve Martin
Self
Chevy Chase
Self
Carol Cleveland
Self / Various Roles
Jane Curtin
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1992
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Chapman, Mark Redhead
- Original Title
- Life of Python
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Tiger Aspect
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Chapman, Mark Redhead
Martyn Hone
Charles Brand
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Chapman
Director
Martyn Hone
Editor
Mark Redhead
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Life of Python.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Life of Python
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Life of Python about?
This BBC documentary tells the history of the Python group, allowing a few glimpses at the works of its predecessors (At Last the 1948 Show, Do Not Adjust Your Sets etc.) and various interviews with the group's members and other associated artists.
Who directed Life of Python?
Life of Python was directed by Mark Chapman, Mark Redhead.
Who stars in Life of Python?
The principal cast of Life of Python includes John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Terry Jones.
When was Life of Python released and how long is it?
Life of Python was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 55m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Life of Python?
Life of Python holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).